Amy’s Fall Skin Routine!
I get asked quite a bit which Liferoot products I personally use… or do I use them at all or all of them at once? haha. I don’t think there would be enough time in the day for that. I DO believe in rotating products according to your skin type and the season, and have seen great results in people when they just switch products. Your body and skin like variety!
Backyard Chicken FAQ Series Part One
In our years having chickens, we have learned a lot. And we are still learning! Every flock of chickens brings a new learning curve. In the 12 years that we have had chickens, we do love them being around, and the dynamic to the homestead they add. We love their fun personalities and stubborn ways. They always add a spunk to our day. Not to mention yummy farm eggs!
We get lots of questions about chickens, so we thought we would answer some of the most common ones.
FAQ - What is a CSA and Why Should You Join One?
CSA is most well known for its acronym meaning Community Supported Agriculture. The National Agricultural Library defines CSA as a "community of individuals who pledge support to a farm through purchasing shares of the farms production, whether it be food, produce, or other products made by the farm itself.”
A newer meaning to CSA is Community Supported Apothecary. This is defined as, “a fresh & seasonal focused apothecary being supported through the community (local or at large). This apothecary offers seasonal offerings and harvests that are consumed either medicinally or culinarily. A Community Supported Apothecary also provides educational opportunities to a collective, so they may learn and grow in herbalism for the home or family.
Our Sunday Staples
For the past two and a half years, our Sunday mornings consist of volunteering and making breakfast for a congregation of people. Over the years, we have recipes that are requested over and over. It took us a while to get these just right, and are so happy people love eating them week after week. We thought we would share them here, so on your next whip up in the kitchen, maybe they will become staples in your home.
Be Sun Resilient, Eat Your Sunscreen, & Throw The Toxic Tube Away
Human beings evolved and thrived under the sun. Sunlight was a constant in people’s lives, warming and guiding them through the days and seasons. Cultures spent the bulk of our history outside, mostly naked with very little covering. Skin was the primary interface with the world. Melanin & Eumelanin (protective pigments in the skin) would react with UV light and make the skin darker and more resilient to the sun. The skin would thicken in appearance, protecting the body if need be.
A Life Rooted Journal - The Story Behind the Stories
Here’s the story how A Life Rooted Journal was born - from my first career as a journalist and editor, to my second career as a teacher, herbalist and nutritionist and connecting back to my intention of preserving nostalgia and keeping the generational stories alive.
Detox or Redox?
Detox, short for detoxification, refers to the process of abstaining from and ridding the body of unhealthy substances or toxins. This can include diets, supplements, and lifestyle practices to aid in such elimination. Redox, short for redox potential, are indicators that your mitochondria are functioning correctly or incorrectly. Improving redox relies on mitochondria, little power stations in our cells that convert nutrients into energy.
Autumn & Winter: Getting Grounded with Seasonal Produce
Fall Produce brings abundance and harvest. Plants that grow abundantly during this time are roots such as carrots, sweet potatoes, greens just to name a few, along with transitioning fruits such pear, pomegranate, apple and citrus. These help to hydrate the body and give much needed minerals that are lacking that we need heading into the cold months.
Ideas & Inspiration on How to Live Seasonally
How do we connect and live seasonally in our modern world? It is so easy to become lost in modern life where the only way seems forward, busy & rushed. Our society seems to live in an eternal summer, working hard — never resting— hustle culture— 24/7 access to everything. We don’t even hear the little whisper of our own heart anymore, because the expectations of the outer world are screaming in our face…
Heat Exhaustion Signs & Treatment & Our Fave Summer Drink Recipes!
The summer heat is no joke in Texas! With temps that can reach over 110 degrees, heat exhaustion is prevalent and can affect so many. We have had experience with heat exhaustion, and sometimes it can come on without warning or when you don’t expect it. Learn about the factors that make you more susceptible and things you can do. Plus our favorite hydrating recipes!
Keep Cut Flowers Fresh (How to make your own Cut Flower Food!)
There are about as many tips and recipes for keeping flowers lasting longer as there are types of flowers. People will swear this does it, or that, but there are THREE rules of thumb (green thumb no less! :) that many pro-florists follow to making the flowers happy in their vase and lasting longer and more vibrant.
Your Amazing Armpit ~ Conventional Deodorant Toxins & Armpit Detox
Today, we are talking about armpits! Most people don't give them any thought at all, except to purse their nose when they smell bad. But we will dive into the nitty gritty of the armpit and the beautiful bacteria balance in the pit that supports your immune system! We will also chat about conventional deodorant and the chemicals found in them, and a simple armpit detox. We encourage you to dive into pacifying your pits!
Emotional First Aid: Addressing Emotions and Trauma with Botanicals and Havening Touch Therapy
Many times, when an emotional trauma occurs, we don’t deal with it the same way we would bodily first aid. Emotions are shoved down: press on, push past, keep trucking, suck it up. Unresolved emotional trauma can manifest in many ways, causing pain, anxiety, irritability, panic, disease…just about anything you can think of as a symptom can be a result of emotional trauma.
Antidotes & Plant Allies for Challenging Times
The past few years have many thrown for a loop, and I get asked frequently about herbs for relaxation, sleep, and stress. Here are a few tools to help you in challenging times. My hope is that you can pull a few of these tips and plant allies to use when needed.
Holiday Gift Guide
We regularly get comments saying Wow! I didn’t know you had that product! With almost 100 products on the site, it can be overwhelming on what to choose for your special people this season. Here are our ideas for the best gifts for all the lucky people on your list.
Uncommon Ways to Keep Your Immune System Thriving & Surviving During the Holidays
Did you know uncommon things as gut health, excessive phone time, arguments, toxic body products, and a less-than oral hygiene regimen can also lower the immune system response? Here are a few uncommon ways to keep your immune system thriving and happy for the holiday season!
5 Reasons A Nutritionist Says to Give Homemade Sourdough a Try
Diving into gluten, digestibility, biome, carbs, and minerals of this ancient food.
Liferoot Creative Process - How We Formulate New Products
One of my favorite things to do at Liferoot is to create new products. Curious about how we develop new botanicals? Learn more here.
Toner & Hyaluronic Acid, Essential for Aging Skin?
Frequently asked questions about toner & hyaluronic acid and how they support aging skin.
Back to School Herbs & Lifestyle Tips for Families
Whatever schedule you find you & your family in this fall, it can be a great time to nourish your family with healthy herbs, recipes and lifestyle tips!